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Supporting habitat restoration and management, wildlife conservation, and enhancement projects at the Montezuma Wetlands Complex.
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]]>https://friendsofmontezuma.org/free-educator-training-the-mac/feed/0Rail Banding Project Update – Northern Montezuma WMA – 2018https://friendsofmontezuma.org/rail-banding-project-update-northern-montezuma-wma-2018/
https://friendsofmontezuma.org/rail-banding-project-update-northern-montezuma-wma-2018/#respondMon, 25 Feb 2019 00:43:10 +0000https://friendsofmontezuma.org/?p=2865The Northern Montezuma crew was out banding rails again this past field season. This project began in 2016, and over the past 3 years we have banded a total of 142 Virginia Rails and 15 Soras. A new element to the project in 2018 was the attachment of radio transmitters to the captured rails. A total of 11 nano-tag transmitters and 2 traditional transmitters were attached to Virginia Rails. Nano-tags are a relatively new technology that allows for the tracking and identification of multiple birds on a single frequency. It is used in conjunction with a network of automated tracking towers like those that were installed in 2017 at the Northern Montezuma Field Office and the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge. There are currently over 350 of these tracking towers under a project known as Motus wildlife tracking. Towers are located throughout North America (with a few in Central and South America) and are continuously scanning and detecting nano-tagged birds and other wildlife (such as bats) as they pass by or drop in. Those detections are then uploaded to a central database where they can be viewed by researchers and the public. Find our tagged rails under “New York Lake Plains Motus”. View detections by our antennas of other animals (over ten species of birds and one bat) that were tagged in other studies at https://motus.org/data/receiverDeploymentDetections?id=4286.

What are we hoping to learn you ask? Rails have very specific habitat requirements. They prefer emergent marshes with good sturdy cover (think… cattail, bur reed and bulrushes) and relatively shallow water. These habitats provide everything a rail needs to breed and rear young. Many of the marshes within the Montezuma Wetlands Complex provide exactly that type of habitat – with one catch. It takes active management of water levels in our impounded marshes to maintain that perfect, diverse community type with just the right mix of cover and open water. Sometimes that includes de-watering them to promote the right vegetative community. So, our question is… where do rails go if they’re present when we de-water a marsh? One theory is that they will simply move to a nearby marsh that will provide a happy home. Our preliminary banding and telemetry results have been a bit surprising.

Last year’s radio-marked rails were found to leave the area regardless of whether or not we had de-watered their marsh. A similar project undertaken at Winous Point Marsh Conservancy in Ohio suggests that many of the rails we assumed were breeding at this latitude are migrants moving through. Of our 13 radio-tagged birds, only one was found to stay in the area more than 15 days, two stayed for about two weeks and the rest left the area within a few days of being tagged. Because of these preliminary results, we will expand our effort to another of our secretive marsh birds, the Common Gallinule; hoping that they will provide a better study subject. In 2019, we’ll test techniques for capturing gallinules and make use of the Motus network to take a closer look at their secret life in the Montezuma marshes. Let’s just say that there’s quite a bit of research still to go, so stay tuned for updates as we learn more about our secretive and fascinating marsh birds.

Grant awarded to greatly expand the number of Motus towers across 5 or 6 states, including ~20 in NY. Braddock Bay tower to be installed soon. They will use both types of receivers. Seneca Meadows tower is up but running into technical difficulties.

Rails

Of our 11 nano-tagged Virginia Rails, only 1 was confirmed to stay in the area for more than 20 days. Nine of them stayed in the NMWMA area for less than 6 days.

Marsh Management

We have funding and a contractor lined up, also have made good progress on permits (state and federal wetland, archeological, water quality) required for the work at the MAC North Pond. The project will remove the island and excavate the pond a little closer to the observation platform. Could start work in March if weather allows.

Habitat Management Plan

We are working on writing up a long-term habitat management plan for Northern Montezuma WMA. The plan will describe forest, grassland and wetland management objectives for the next 10 years. It will be similar in format (except for an expanded wetland section) to the Lake Shore Marshes Habitat Management Plan (https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7768.html).

Muckrace

Note the date change due to conflict with NYSOA meeting… September 6 -7, 2019.

Waterfowl Management News

New Season Setting Process for NY makes use of eBird generated migration curves and hunter surveys in structured decision-making format.

At the Atlantic Flyway level: AP Geese suffered poor production year and will result in hunting season restrictions (30 days and 2 birds/day in the West Central Goose hunt Area) in 2019-2020; concern over declining Mallard population will lead to a bag reduction from 4 to 2 in 2019-2020.

Winter Duck Banding

We have banded 18 Black Ducks and 158 Mallards so far, this winter. Thanks to Friends for their assistance with funding. We will soon decide on a date for the Public event – likely to be Saturday 2/23.

Winter Waterfowl Count

We conducted a survey of Montezuma Wetlands Complex (specifically the Focus Area under the NAWMP) for NYSOA’s annual winter waterfowl count. We ran the count on January 24th. The only areas with open water were the Canal and the North end of Cayuga Lake. Count totals for our area were: 1,023 Canada Geese, 206 Common Merganser, 874 Tundra Swan, 20 Trumpeter Swan, 210 Redhead, 26 Black Duck, 65 Mallard, 44 Scaup, 32 Common Goldeneye, 11 Ring-necked Duck and 4 American Wigeon.

]]>https://friendsofmontezuma.org/northern-montezuma-wma-february-2019-update/feed/02019 Montezuma Midwinter Bald Eagle Surveyhttps://friendsofmontezuma.org/2019-montezuma-midwinter-bald-eagle-survey/
https://friendsofmontezuma.org/2019-montezuma-midwinter-bald-eagle-survey/#respondMon, 25 Feb 2019 00:43:10 +0000https://friendsofmontezuma.org/?p=2862The Mid-Winter Bald Eagle Survey was conducted this morning by 32 surveyors over the same fourteen routes surveyed in prior years. A total 74 Bald Eagles (BAEA) were reported, a little below the record setting 81 Eagles sighted during last year’s survey. This survey was originally scheduled for January 11, however, it was postponed as the result of complications caused by the partial government shutdown.

It was a brisk day with some sunshine and temperatures in the mid thirties, However, the “real feel” was chilly in the lower twenties fueled by strong winds gusting to near 35 mph. Ice cover on most of the ponds was in the 80 to 90% range, with less at the north end of Cayuga Lake. The Seneca River was in flood stage.

We began the survey wondering how the gusty winds would effect bird sightings and found out that some battled the winds in flight while others were seen sitting on the ice and in trees near their nests, The total 74 sightings included 31 adults (42%) and 38 juveniles (51%) with 5 of unknown age.This compares with a total 81 sightings which included 38 adults (47%) and 42 juveniles (52%) with 1 of unknown age in the 2018 survey. Every vehicle had at least two surveyors, providing many eyes to thoroughly cover the 14 routes.

The survey results will be forwarded to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers who will compile it with data from surveys across the country. The attachments include a picture of most of the 32 surveyors, the BAEA Survey Summary comparing results from previous years, the BAEA sightings by route, and a list of route descriptions. It was so great to see everyone, especially since the termination of the Winter Raptor Surveys have eliminated our weekly gatherings. Montezuma is especially fortunate to have such a dedicated, enthusiastic and capable group of volunteer surveyors. Thanks to all who graciously provided a gourmet spread of potluck food for us to enjoy together, and to everyone for your support.

Alyssa has been working on updating the MAC’s school programs, so that our programs align with the Next Gen Science Standards.

She’s also been working on winter programming including leading birding tours and snowshoe hikes, hosting a bird banding demonstration, and leading our popular Owl Prowl. Upcoming plans include working with school districts to get as many area students as possible to the MAC for field trips this spring.

Chris continues to be busy with fundraising activities. We reached our annual appeal fundraising goal and acknowledgment letters were mailed to donors. Also, he is working with the Montezuma Audubon Center Advisory Board to plan the Annual Benefit on June 10 at the Wayne Hills Country Club.

Grant proposals have been submitted to the John Ben Snow Foundation and Audubon Plants for Birds program. Additional proposals will be submitted to local foundations this winter and spring.

Chris secured a grant from the Central NY Community Foundation to engage 500 students from the City of Syracuse at the MAC in habitat restoration activities and environmental education programs.

Thank you Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex for submitting a letter to Onondaga County in support of the Bald Eagle roost at Onondaga Lake. Chris has been working with our conservation partners to prevent any impact on the Onondaga Lake Bald Eagle roost by attending meetings, leading Bald Eagle tours for the Central NY community, and talking with the media about the significance of this natural phenomena.

Following Chris’ interview with Bob Lonsberry this morning, we agreed to talk on a regularly basis on 570WSYR in Syracuse and WAHM1180 in Rochester about recent bird sightings, upcoming programs and special events, and what people can do in their communities to help birds and other wildlife.

Mary Jo Doyle (Seneca Meadows Education Center educator) has resigned so Chris is interviewing candidates to fill this part-time position ASAP. Three new volunteers and our wonderful, long-time volunteers are helping staff the MAC this winter/spring.

Audubon NY and Audubon CT have taken on the task of reviewing, reflecting on, and seeing how we can elevate our best and most impactful work through a strategic planning process. The effort so far has involved the tireless and capable steering of a committee of Audubon NY and CT State, Centers and Chapters board members and extensive and thoughtful work by our staff. We have completed drafts of long term vision, objectives, strategies, critical steps and key performance indicators (KPIs) for all our program areas – Coasts, Working Lands, Climate, Water, Bird Friendly Communities as well as Centers and Sanctuaries.

39 volunteers and staff participated in the Montezuma Christmas Bird Count (CBC) on Dec. 17 and found over 61,000 birds and 67 species. The highlight was a Red-necked Grebe on a pond in Clyde (first one ever found during a Montezuma CBC). The day before the count a few birders found one Gyrfalcon in a field in Seneca Falls so we’ll include that on our Count Week bird list

Loop Road Restoration Project – Permits have been submitted to regulatory agencies. Upon approval, construction is planned for June 2019.

Montezuma Lands Protection Partnership – DU and partners submitted a proposal for a Land Trust Alliance (LTA) grant that will fund a temporary position to help coordinate Land acquisition planning and outreach at MWC. The group had previously identified lack of a coordinator as a major need. We should hear back on a decision in the next couple of months.

New Project at Northern Montezuma – GLRI funding is available (same grant opportunity that is funding Loop Rd) and we plan to apply for this in March. Wetland restoration at Camel Island is being proposed at this time, we are still in preliminary planning stages, more detail to follow.

DU State Convention – March 15 &16 at the Ramada Geneva Lake Front Hotel. Conservation program will take place Saturday morning (8am-1pm) and is free and open to the public. This year it will feature presentations from Director of Fish and Wildlife NYDEC Tony Wilkinson and State waterfowl biologist Josh Stiller as well as updates from DU staff and ESF research at Montezuma. There will be a project site tour/birding trip to start the day followed by presentations at the hotel. Hope you can make it!

Montezuma NWR is again the host for this year’s state Junior Duck Stamp contest. Entries are due March 15 and judging will be scheduled for late March.

Gayle and Andrea will meet with Visitor Center Desk and Store volunteers on Friday, February 22, for a pre-season informational and scheduling meeting. We will open for the season on Saturday, March 16, 2019. The Wildlife Drive remains closed; opening April 1, weather- depending.

Snow goose season is ongoing.

We are in the midst of a public comment period for a compatibility determination (CD) about what we call our “Big 4” public uses: Wildlife observation; Wildlife photography; Environmental education; Environmental interpretation. The comment period ends February 25, 2019. This is an updated CD, consolidating regulations and practices like pedestrian/ski/snowshoe use, bicycle use, vehicular travel, etc. These uses facilitate the “Big 4”. The update was caused by a change of circumstances including opening a portion of the east dike at the Sandhill Crane Unit to be part of the Erie Canalway/Empire Trail, as well as plans to extend the Wildlife Drive through the Hidden Marsh area in order to better connect Norther and Southern Montezuma!

We are looking for RV work campers or volunteers who could stay in the quarters for the summer; maintenance/mowing skills and visitor center and store duties are most needed.

Biological Program

Biologist Linda Ziemba states,”Still catching up from the shut-down. I’ll know the full impact better when the field season starts, and I see what I didn’t get done.”

The Annual Bald Eagle Survey was moved from January to February 8 this year to accommodate the count in relation to the government shutdown. A great survey again this year!

Other Info

Nancy retired on 1/31/19; we are planning a retirement party and waiting to hear from her about a date.

Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do this winter? The Montezuma Audubon Center’s programs are a great way to explore the winter wonderland with friends and family! Join us for hot cocoa and snowshoe programs to explore the wild side of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. Hop in our van and tour Montezuma to experience majestic raptors, migratory waterfowl, and other wildlife who call Montezuma home. Don’t miss the live owls that will be the stars of our Owl Prowl program. You can also rent snowshoes from us to explore the winter landscape on your own.

Space is limited and registration is required for all programs. Programs will proceed with or without snow. Please call 315-365-3588 or e-mail montezuma@audubon.org.

Jan. 1, Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

First Day Snowshoe Hike: Join us to ring in 2019 by strapping on some snowshoes and taking a leisurely 1-mile hike through snow muffled forests, across restored grasslands and out to the usually inaccessible Crusoe Lake to explore hearty winter birds and signs of active mammals. After the hike, we’ll warm up with a cup of hot cocoa. Fee: FREE

Jan. 5, Saturday, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Hot Cocoa and Snowshoe Hike: What’s a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than taking a leisurely hike through snow muffled forests, across restored grasslands and out to the usually inaccessible Crusoe Lake? We’ll watch for winter birds and signs of active mammals. After the hike, we’ll warm up with a cup of hot cocoa. Fee: w/ snowshoe rental: $7/child, $10/adult. Fee: w/o rental: $5/child, $8/adult.

Jan. 12, Saturday, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Birds, Binocs, and Beers: Join us at Fleur de Lis Brew Works (3630 NY-414, Seneca Falls, NY 13148) for this unique and dynamic event. Enjoy a guided snowshoe hike through the brewery grounds and then come in for beer tastings and light snacks. Krittr Kris and her birds will wrap up the event with a live bird of prey program. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Fee: w/ snowshoe rental: $30/person. Fee: w/o snowshoe rental: $25/person

Jan. 24, Thursday, 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Cayuga Lake Birding Van Tour: Cayuga Lake is an Audubon designated Important Bird Area because of the incredible number of waterfowl that use the lake during the winter and migration seasons. Hop in our van for an excursion to the northern part of the lake where up to 30 species of ducks, geese and swans can be seen. Bald eagles and other raptors are a possibility too. Binoculars and bird guides will be provided. Fee: $8/child, $15/adult. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Jan. 26, Saturday, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Owl Prowl: Get up close to live owls during an indoor presentation by KrittrKris to find out what special adaptations these birds have that allow them to survive the winter season and be successful hunters of the night. Then, join our staff for a short walk to search for the endangered Short-eared Owls and other birds of prey. It will be a real hoot! Fee: $6/child, $8/adult, $25/family.

Feb. 2, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Nature of Montezuma Lecture Series: Bird Banding with Dr. John Van Niel: Dr. John Van Niel, a Professor of Environmental Conservation at Finger Lakes Community College, has been a bird bander since 1999. Participants will learn how to safely capture and handle songbirds, the scientific reasons for placing bands on birds, and what information researchers can obtain from a bird “in the hand”. Bring your camera as this will be a great experience to see birds up close and personal. Fee: $5/child, $8/adult, $25/family,

*FREE for Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex.

Feb. 2, Saturday 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Paint and Taste: Be a part of our first “Paint and Taste” class and learn how to paint native bird species and sample some local, non-alcoholic beverages as well. Local artist Tina Yanotti will lead the class, from the Art Farm in Geneva, NY. All materials are provided, just arrive and enjoy an afternoon of artistry and refreshments. Ages 10 and up are welcome with a parent or guardian. Fee: $30/person. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Winter Raptor Birding Van Tour: The Finger Lakes Region is home to many migratory raptors, including Short-eared Owls, Snowy Owls, Rough-legged Hawks, and Norther Harriers. Join us for a trip around the Finger Lakes Regional Airport and nearby grasslands to search for these visitors from the Great White North. Binoculars and bird guides will be provided.

Fee: $8/child; $15/adult. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Feb. 16, Saturday, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Walking in a Winter Wineryland: Join us at the Buttonwood Grove Winery (5986 State Route 89, Romulus, NY 14541) for this fun and delicious event! Enjoy a guided snowshoe hike along the gorge trail, award-winning wine and cheese pairings, and a live bird of prey presentation featuring Daena Ford from Braddock Bay Raptor Research and her hawks, owls and falcons. Non-alcoholic beverages are available for kids. Fee: w/ snowshoe rental: $30/adult, $20/child. Fee: w/o snowshoe rental: $25/adult, $15/child. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Feb. 20, Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Winter Break Day of Play: Children ages 6-12 are welcome to join us for outdoor and indoor activities including snowshoeing, crafts, games, and more. Pack a lunch, snack, and water bottle. Fee: $25/child, $40/two children; PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Feb. 23, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Girl Scout Snowshoe Spectacul: Girl Scouts of all ages are welcome to snowshoe through Montezuma’s forests and grasslands to read the stories left in the snow by our resident foxes, coyotes, rabbits and birds. Scouts will also discover where reptiles and amphibians are hiding this winter season. After snowshoeing, we’ll warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa. Fee: $10/Scout w/snowshoe rental, $7/Scout w/out rental. $5/rental for accompanying adults.

Mar. 2, Saturday, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Bird Dissection & Discussion Workshop: Join us for a bird dissection and discussion to learn about the interesting differences and similarities between various species. If you have ever wanted to examine birds up close and personal, this is your chance. There will be opportunity for attendees to explore the internal and external anatomy of their own study bird if they wish, and to dissect the bird. All children must be accompanied by a parent. Fee: $10/child; $15/adult, $40/family. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Mar. 7, Thursday, 2:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Winter Raptor Birding Van Tour: The Finger Lakes Region is home to many migratory raptors, including Short-eared Owls, Snowy Owls, Rough-legged Hawks, and Norther Harriers. Join us for a trip around the Finger Lakes Regional Airport and nearby grasslands to search for these visitors from the Great White North. Binoculars and bird guides will be provided.

Fee: $8/child; $15/adult. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Mar. 9, Saturday 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Boy Scout Bird Study Merit Badge: Boy Scouts are invited to complete the requirements for the Bird Study Merit Badge during fun and interactive activities. Please be prepared to go outside and dress for the weather. Pre-requisites are required. All Scouts must be accompanied by a parent, leader, or chaperone. Fee: $8/Scout

Mar. 16, Saturday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Wine and Wings Raptor Van Tour :The spring migration is upon us so join us to search for migratory waterfowl, elusive Northern Harriers, breeding Bald Eagles and more! During the tour, we will stop at Izzo’s White Barn Winery and enjoy award-winning wines and learn how vineyards and Important Birds Areas can exist side by side.

Migration Mania Birding Van Tour: The Montezuma Wetlands Complex is Audubon’s first globally significant Important Bird Area because of the incredible number of waterfowl that stop here during the migration seasons. Enjoy a leisurely ride in our van to explore Montezuma’s birding hot spots where thousands of ducks, geese and swans can be seen. Bald Eagles, Northern Harriers, and other raptors are a possibility too. Binoculars and bird guides will be provided.

Fee: $8/child; $15/adult. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

Mar. 30, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Braddock Bay Hawk Watch Trip: Braddock Bay is a bird migration hot spot located on the southern shore of Lake Ontario just west of Rochester, New York and early spring is the perfect time to look to the skies for many species of raptors migrating through the area. Join us for a day-long van trip to Braddock Bay Raptor Research (BBRR) for the chance to see hundreds (thousands if the conditions are right) of hawks, vultures, eagles, owls, waterfowl and songbirds migrating overhead. We’ll meet with BBRR President Daena Ford for a live bird of prey presentation, take a short walk through Owl Woods searching for roosting Saw Whet Owls and Long-eared Owls, and we’ll also explore the raptor banding station. Please pack a lunch, wear sturdy shoes, and dress for the weather. Fee: $20/child, $30/adult. PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

The Montezuma Audubon Center is a state-owned facility operated through a cooperative agreement between the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the National Audubon Society.

We’re dedicated to enhancing the habitat of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex and surrounding Important Bird Areas. The Montezuma Wetlands Complex is Audubon’s first globally significant Important Bird Area.

Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Our national network of community-based nature centers and chapters, scientific and educational programs, and advocacy on behalf of areas sustaining important bird populations, engage millions of people of all ages and backgrounds in conservation. www.audubon.org.

Update October 29, 2018 – Current conditions at Northern Montezuma WMA, with Howland Island marshes being the exception, are generally dryer than normal. Seneca River water levels are currently rising, but remain low, with some associated impoundments being relatively dry.

While some sections of Unit 1, Unit 2, Guys Marsh, Martens Marsh and Carncross Ag have pockets of water providing hunting opportunity, they have yet to be re-watered completely. Please consider scouting the WMA prior to the opening of the waterfowl hunting season to check for current conditions. The Seneca River is prone to rapid changes in the fall and therefore current conditions can change based on recent rain events. To keep up with these changes in River and Canal water depths and the opportunities they present for waterfowl hunting, go to USGS’s water data site and monitor the two gauges near Montezuma (Port Byron and Free Bridge Corners).

There are over 40 wetland impoundments on the NMWMA. In these restored wetlands, DEC
staff raise and lower water levels to produce food and cover for marsh wildlife, including waterfowl,
muskrat, mink, rails, bitterns, shorebirds and others. Annual plants are encouraged to grow within the
marshes by lowering water levels and exposing soils in the Spring. These plants produce an abundance
of seeds that provide food for waterfowl and other marshbirds. Water depths are gradually increased in
time for Fall migration.

Not all our marshes will be managed for production of annual plants each year. Some will be
managed for emergent plant cover (often cattail) and open water areas in about a 50-50 mix. These
sites can be productive for furbearing mammals and secretive marshbirds including rare bitterns and
grebes. Other impoundments will be managed to produce mudflats at those times when shorebird
migrations peak, and some marshes are sometimes temporarily managed with high water to discourage
plant growth and provide loafing areas for waterfowl.

By design, many of our wetlands are inter-connected to facilitate water movement – Storage
Pond on Howland Island, for example, is designed to store water to be released into the many
connected wetlands downstream. You can see in the picture that Storage Pond has been de-watered to
re-fill the marshes below it. The exposed soils in Storage Pond give shorebirds access to the
invertebrates they need as a food resource for their long migrations. Some marshes require rainfall for
re-watering, and in some cases we have the ability to add water using a pump. All of these marshes
seem to have their own peculiar water management challenges, and working with them seems, at
times, as much art as science.

NMWMA’s managed marshes are also supplemented by floodplain wetlands found along the
Seneca River and Crusoe Creek – this outstanding wetland diversity makes Northern Montezuma
Wildlife Management Area a wetland paradise for wildlife.